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Looking Beyond the Mask
Nancy Brown Diggs
其他書名
When American Women Marry Japanese Men
出版State University of New York Press, 2016-02-24
主題Social Science / Women's StudiesSocial Science / Sociology / Marriage & FamilySocial Science / Ethnic Studies / General
ISBN07914901069780791490105
URLhttp://books.google.com.hk/books?id=LGDlqbT1iGAC&hl=&source=gbs_api
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註釋Looking Beyond the Mask focuses on the personal stories of the growing number of American women who—despite vast cultural differences, and sometimes because of them—are married to Japanese men. Although the problems encountered in such marriages are similar to those found in any union, there are cultural implications that can exacerbate almost any of them. Potential areas of conflict are examined, such as in-laws, customs and manners, values, living conditions, religion, communication, sex and gender, and raising children. The book deals with meeting such challenges and attempting to look beyond the cultural masks to see the real people behind them. The women in question stress the importance of commitment, a flexible attitude, a strong sense of identity, a support network, a sense of perspective, and a sense of humor. They also reveal the benefits of these marriages, including a greater appreciation for Japanese ways and the opportunity to continually grow and learn. Based on extensive research, the book provides a new look at Japan from the unique perspective of those American women most intimately involved with its culture.